Eisenhower High School International Baccalaureate Diploma ... 2014... · ‐ 1 ‐ An education...

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An education for the 21st century!

Eisenhower High School

International Baccalaureate

Diploma Programme

Round 1: January 31 ‘14 Round 2: March 1 ‘14 Round 3: May 16 ‘14

Application Deadlines

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APPLICATION INFORMATION

Eisenhower High School International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

Please refer to the Eisenhower High School website and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme website before applying to the IBDP at Eisenhower.

Eisenhower Website: goo.gl/6mx90 IB Website: www.ibo.org

Please review the entire application before beginning, as there are portions of the

application that must be completed by the student, parents/guardians, and teachers.

The IB Diploma Programme is a comprehensive rigorous curriculum; therefore, we

evaluate the students in various categories. Items under review will include the fol-

lowing:

Current Grades

Discipline Record

Attendance Record

Parent Questionnaire

Teacher Recommendations (1 Math, 1 English, 1 Choice)

Student Essay

Personal Project (Eisenhower 9th only)

EOC/STAAR Results

Admission Requirements

Passing performance on all EOC/STAAR

Passing grades in all courses; no more than two “C” averages.

Two years of foreign language.

Satisfactory conduct in all classes: an “S” average.

Completed Personal Project: Satisfactory Performance (Eisenhower 9th Grade

only)

Please return complete application to IB Coordinator

Inquirers

Knowledgeable

Thinkers

Communicators

Principled

Open-Minded

Caring

Risk-Takers

Balanced

Reflective

IB LEARNER

PROFILE

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APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION


The IB Diploma Programme is designed for highly motivated students who take courses specifically intended to prepare them

for international examinations at the end of their junior and senior years. Students who successfully complete the prestigious

IB Diploma Programme can meet the academic challenges of the best domestic and foreign colleges and universities. Students

enter the Pre-IB Diploma Programme at Eisenhower High School in the tenth grade. All students admitted into the Pre-IB

Diploma and IB Diploma Programmes are full diploma candidates.

Last Name First Name (no nickname) Middle Name

Street Address Apt. # City State Zip

Home Phone Date of Birth (mm/dd/yyyy) Sex Ethnicity Code

Current Grade Current School

Ethnicity Code:

AA-African American A-Asian AP– Asian/Pacific Islander C-Caucasian H-Hispanic/Latino O-Other (Please specify)

Father/Guardian Name Work Phone Home Phone

Mother/Guardian Name Work Phone Home Phone

Parent Email Address Student Email Address

What are your areas of talent? Circle all that apply.

English Science Music Performing Arts

Math Social Science Visual Arts Technology

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PARENT QUESTIONNAIRE


Parents, this section is to be filled out by you and not your child. Please answer these as honestly and

completely as possible. These questions are helpful in determining how prepared and committed both

you and your child are to this rigorous programme of study.

Consideration for the IB Diploma Programme

Check the number that represents your opinion with “1” being not very likely & “5” being very likely to. 1 2 3 4 5

Is your child willing to work hard for academic success?

Can your child accept not being the smartest in the class?

Will you accept less than an “A” from him/her if he/she is enjoying the class, working hard and using his/her abilities?

Are you willing to support your student and give this programme at least one semester if at first it seems too difficult?

Organizational Skills


Does he/she usually finish what he/she starts in a timely manner?

Please elaborate on how we can develop your child’s organization and time management.

Are his/her study skills adequate for a challenging programme?

Does he/she handle stress well?

How does your child react to academic challenges? Time constraints? Scheduling conflicts? Please be specific.

Commitment


Are you willing to support your child’s commitment to the programme if he/she has 3 hours of homework some nights?

Realizing that all the students need a healthy balance of activities, are you willing to encourage your child to prioritize academics over extra-curricular activities within reason?

Even though he/she may not participate in them all, in what extra-curricular and co-curricular areas do your child’s interests lie?

Is there anything additional you want to tell us about your child?

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STUDENT ESSAY


Instructions: Please write an essay (250-500 words) on one of the options listed below. This personal

essay helps us become acquainted with you as a person and student, apart from course grades, test

scores, and other data. It will also demonstrate your ability to formally organize thoughts and express

your point of view.

1) Evaluate a significant experience, achievement, risk you have taken, or

ethical dilemma you have faced and its impact on you.

2) Evaluate the following quote, then justify whether you agree or disagree

using a personal life experience. “It is the mark of an educated mind to

be able to entertain a thought without accepting it.” -Aristotle

3) Discuss an issue of personal, local, national, or international concern and

its importance to you.

4) Describe a character in fiction, a historical figure, or a creative work (as in

art, music, science, etc.) that has had an influence on you, and explain

that influence.

5) A range of academic interests, personal perspectives, and life experiences

adds much to the educational mix. Given your personal background, de-

scribe an experience that illustrates what you would bring to the diversity

in the IB programme.

Please refer to the rubric on the reverse side.

“The IB is more than its educational

programmes and certificates. At our

heart we are motivated by a mission

to create a better world through

education. “ (www.ibo.org)

IB VISION

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ESSAY RUBRIC


As you are writing your essay, please refer to the following rubric. These criteria are from the MYP

Language A subject guide and will be used to assess your essay.

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TEACHER EVALUATION

MATH


Please tear out this page and give this evaluation to your

current math teacher.

The IB Diploma Programme (DP) is an

academically challenging and balanced

programme of education with final

examinations that prepares students,

aged 16 to 19, for success at university

and life beyond.

IB DIPLOMA PROGRAMME

EISENHOWER HIGH

Thank you for taking to time to evaluate your student’s potential in the rigorous IB Diploma Programme at Eisenhower High School.

Directions to Teacher:

We value your opinion in the admission process. Please complete the following evaluation to the best of your knowledge. We also respect teacher/student confidentiality, please place the completed evaluation in a sealed envelope with your signature over the seal, before returning to the student.

Thank you!

Teacher Name

Student Name

Subject Taught

School : Eisenhower Senior

Eisenhower Ninth

Aldine Senior

Aldine Ninth

Carver

Davis Senior

Davis Ninth

MacArthur Senior

MacArthur Ninth

Nimitz Senior

Nimitz Ninth

You can also complete this evaluation online. Visit the IB Programme webpage from the Eisenhower High School website

Website: goo.gl/6mx90

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TEACHER EVALUATION

MATH


Compared to other students in his/her class year, how do you rate this student in terms of:

No Basis

Area Below

Average

Average Good (above average)

Very good (well above average)

Excellent (top 10%)

Outstanding (top 5%)

One of the top few I’ve encountered

0 Intellectual Promise/Ability 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Comments:

0 Quality of Writing 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Comments:

0 Creative, original thought

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Comments:

0 Productive class discussion

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Comments:

0 Respect accorded by faculty

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Comments:

0 Disciplined work habits

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Comments:

0 Integrity/Punctuality 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Comments:

0 Reaction to setbacks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Comments:

0 Overall 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Comments:

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TEACHER EVALUATION

ENGLISH


Please tear out this page and give this evaluation to your

current English teacher.






and life beyond.


EISENHOWER HIGH



We value your opinion in the admission process. Please complete the following evaluation to the best of your knowledge. We also respect teacher/student confidentiality, please place the completed evaluation in a sealed envelope with your signature over the seal, before returning to the student.

Thank you!

Teacher Name

Student Name

Subject Taught


Eisenhower Ninth

Aldine Senior

Aldine Ninth

Carver

Davis Senior

Davis Ninth

MacArthur Senior

MacArthur Ninth

Nimitz Senior

Nimitz Ninth



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TEACHER EVALUATION

ENGLISH



No Basis

Area Below

Average



Excellent (top 10%)




Comments:


Comments:


1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Comments:


1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Comments:


1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Comments:


1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Comments:


Comments:


Comments:

0 Overall 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Comments:

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TEACHER EVALUATION

OTHER


Please tear out this page and give this evaluation to a teacher

of your choice.






and life beyond.


EISENHOWER HIGH



We value your opinion in the admission process. Please complete the following evaluation to the best of your knowledge. We also respect teacher/student confidentiality, please place the complet-ed evaluation in a sealed envelope with your signature over the seal, before returning to the student.

Thank you!

Teacher Name

Student Name

Subject

Taught


Eisenhower Ninth

Aldine Senior

Aldine Ninth

Carver

Davis Senior

Davis Ninth

MacArthur Senior

MacArthur Ninth

Nimitz Senior

Nimitz Ninth



http://goo.gl/6mx90

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TEACHER EVALUATION

OTHER



No Basis

Area Below

Average



Excellent (top 10%)




Comments:


Comments:


1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Comments:


1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Comments:


1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Comments:


1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Comments:


Comments:


Comments:

0 Overall 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Comments:

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ADMISSIONS AND

COMMITMENT


The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) is a comprehensive academic program with a rigorous curriculum designed for highly-motivated students who take courses specifically intended to prepare them for international examinations at the end of their junior and senior years. For a student to be prepared to sit successfully for externally validated IB examinations he/she must be a consistent, dedicated learner. Therefore, Eisenhower High School requires that the following commitment be made.

I agree to the following terms and conditions for participating in the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme at Eisenhower High School.

I will:

maintain good attendance in keeping with Aldine ISD attendance policy

abide by the rules and guidelines of Eisenhower High School

adhere to the student “Code of Conduct” as outlined in the Aldine ISD Student/Parent Handbook

complete all required assignments

meet the expectations set forth in each class by participating daily, being prepared, actively listening, offering relevant comments, posing insightful questions, taking notes, etc.

work judiciously to improve my writing skills, which involves writing, editing, rewriting, asking for authorized assistance outside of the class period, etc.

take advantage of after school tutorials, teacher assistance, and counseling when needed

participate in summer sessions and/or correspondence courses needed in order to complete any identified course deficiencies

submit quality work in a timely manner, and specifically meet all deadlines for the internal and external assessments required by IBO

sit for up to two IB SL exams at the end of the junior year, and the rest of my IB exams at the end of the senior year

maintain at least 70 (unweighted) yearly grade point average or better in order to remain in an IB course

remain at Eisenhower for the current academic year but return to my home campus for the following year if withdrawn or removed from the IB programme

not engage in any form of academic dishonesty (academic dishonesty will lead to removal from the IB Programme)

not withdraw from an IB level course after the first two weeks of school and must remain for the an entire year unless I request to drop the course at semester break or I am withdrawn from the course due to lack of adequate performance

not be able to continue in an IB course within a specific content area in subsequent years if I drop or I am removed from an IB course; nor receive an IB Diploma upon graduation. (I will receive an IB Certificate for a course if all IBO assessments are successfully completed.)

not be eligible for University Interscholastic League (UIL) competitions at my home school for one entire year if I withdraw or I am removed from the IB Programme and return to my attendance area school (unless my attendance area school is Eisenhower High School)

I am willing to strive for attainment of the high standards required for this program. I will work to the best of my ability. I understand that if I do not meet the standards of the IB program, either because of the quality of my work or because of my performance as a serious learner, I may be

Student Signature: Date:

Parent Agreement:

By signing this application, I am requesting that my child be considered for admission into this program. I certify that the information provided as part of this application is complete and accurate. I understand that in order to remain in the program, my child must adhere to the specific re-quirements of the program. I agree to support his/her participation in this program. I will ensure that my child has uninterrupted study time daily. I will further support my child’s academic growth and encourage development of independent study skills. Finally, I will commit my support to my student’s teachers, and agree to participate in any parent/teacher conferences necessary to support my child’s success.

Parent/Guardian Signature: Date:

Parent/Guardian Signature: Date:

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International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme Senior Class 2013

Dwight D Eisenhower Senior High School

7922 Antoine Drive

Houston, TX 77088

Phone: 281-878-0900

Fax: 281-448-2936


IB Coordinator: Bobby Mansour

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